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mistruth

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Mistruth (noun) means something said that is not true.

noun

1

Something said that is not true.

2

A statement that is technically correct but is meant to give a false impression.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from mis- and truth. It is cognate with Middle High German missetriuwede.

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What is the meaning of mistruth?

"mistruth" (noun) means something said that is not true.

What are the different meanings of mistruth?

"mistruth" has 2 main meanings: 1. Something said that is not true; 2. A statement that is technically correct but is meant to give a false impression.

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